New Year, New Experiences: Things to Do in San Diego That You Can’t Do at Home
A trip to San Diego is like no other, and it’s the perfect place to experience amazing adventures and see some of the most unique sites in the U.S. If you are looking for a little excitement in the New Year, plan your escape to Humphreys Half Moon Inn today and experience the most amazing things to do in San Diego that you definitely cannot do at home! From concerts by the bay to a hot tub boat ride — get ready for an adventure in SoCAL that you won’t soon forget.
Bucket-List San Diego Things to Do in 2026:
See a Concert at the Best Waterfront Venue in San Diego (Onsite at Hotel)
There is truly nothing better than being able to see your favorite band in concert at the coolest music venue in San Diego… our very own Humphreys Concerts by the bay! Welcome to Humphreys, where you can see the best bands, in the most amazing waterfront venue right here at our Shelter Island hotel. Guests of Humphreys Half Moon Inn can take a short walk to the show and even pull up on a boat or paddleboard if that’s your thing. We are excited about the 2026 Concert Season schedule and can’t wait to drop the details soon!
Take a Wild Ride on Sea & Land
You are in for an amazing adventure in San Diego when you book a tour with Sea & Land and experience the boat on wheels tour! Splashing down from our onsite Shelter Island marina, you will see the best of San Diego on sea and land with a 100-minute, narrated SEAL Tour. The exciting tour takes you through the streets of San Diego before splashing down for a cruise through the waters of the San Diego Bay. Learn about the military history of San Diego as you cruise past the whales, seals, and sea lions. A totally unique and fun way to spend the day in San Diego!
Rent a Hot Tub Boat (4.1 Miles From Hotel)
Cruisin’ on a hot tub boat with views of the California coast definitely isn’t something you can do at home! Share a unique experience on Mission Bay with a unique and fun hot tub boat rental in San Diego. Hot Tub Cruisin’ offers a one-of-a-kind hot tub boat rental experience that is perfect for a group of friends or a romantic cruise in San Diego. Enjoy a leisurely boat ride and a comfortable hot tub soak with a nice sound system that connects to your favorite devices. There’s also a cooler, extra seating, and a swim ladder for a dip in the bay. So much fun and such a great one-of-a-kind experience in San Diego!
See a Rooftop Movie with Skyline Views (5.3 Miles From Hotel)
Watch your favorite movie with the city skyline as your backdrop for a perfect evening under the stars in San Diego. Enjoy a movie at the open-air Rooftop Cinema Club in the Embarcadero for a fun and unique night in San Diego. You’ll love the pre-movie games, amazing skyline views, delicious cocktails, and yummy snacks. When it’s movie time, you will wear personal headphones and get lost in the movie with premium audio and video on the big screen.
Say Hello to the Seals in La Jolla (12.7 Miles From Hotel)
Known locally as Seal Beach, La Jolla Cove is a great place to visit during your trip to San Diego. La Jolla Cove is popular with locals and guests because it offers the opportunity to observe marine life, including the playful seals and sea lions along the coast. You can see them frolicking on most days in the clear water along the rugged coastline. You will also enjoy unique sea caves and unobstructed sunset views from this unique spot in San Diego.
Tee Off at a Championship Golf Course (14.8 Miles From Hotel)
Touted as one of the nation’s best golf courses, Torrey Pines Municipal Golf Course is the perfect place to spend the day teeing off in the California sunshine. Offering majestic views of the Pacific Ocean, Torrey Pines has been home to the U.S. Open several times as well as the Farmers Insurance Open, which is happening this January! This is one of the best golf courses in San Diego for challenging play with stunning ocean views. The legendary course opened in 1957 and today it offers two 18-hole Championship courses — the North and South courses — which offer a challenge with tight fairways, deep rough, bunkers galore, and amazing length.
So Much to See and Do in San Diego at Humphreys Half Moon Inn on Shelter Island
From onsite concerts and amazing seaside dinners to golfing by the ocean and visiting the sea creatures in La Jolla, San Diego is the place to be for unique adventures and plenty of exciting places to explore. If you are ready for a unique adventure with plenty of things you can’t do at home, book your suite at Humphreys Half Moon Inn, and prepare for a new year of new experiences in San Diego. Humphreys Half Moon Inn is the place to be — no matter what you want to do for fun in San Diego.
